Gift Guide

Approximately 1 in 8 U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime*. You already know her - so here is how you can help her... Today, October 1, marks the start of Breast Cancer Awareness month. Nail a cure with OPI and the Pink of Hearts kit and honor all of the beautiful, strong women in your life.

When having company over there are many things I make sure to do just before arrival. My apartment is spotless, organized, and clean. Ambient music is playing, delicious food is cooking and photos of loved ones on display. I want my place to be appealing to all 5 senses. However, it recently dawned on me that I didn't just wanted it to generically smell nice...I wanted it to smell recognizable. My guests needed to walk in and be captivated by my home’s signature scent! That is how I discovered Mandarin Coriander by Thymes.

If there is one thing this New Yorker truly appreciates it is great home décor. Big Apple living often leaves us longing for more space, which forces us style conscious girls to put forth a great deal of energy finding the perfect pieces that make our homes pop. Well search no more because Hen House Linens has exactly what you need to warm up your home this season.

There is something to be said about finding down time and remembering how to breathe. Taking a moment to turn off your cell phone and turn on a good classic instead. On this particular day, I sojourned to Garrison, NY - a surprisingly short and majestic train ride away from the city - to do just that. My final destination...The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival to enjoy a sold-out performance of The Three Musketeers. In her 27th year, the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival has continuously produced top-notch performances - season after season. Hailed as an industry theater leader, she is known for her integrity as the region's only professional resident Shakespeare Company. And with the grounds of the 19th century Boscobel estate hosting her summer address, there is no room for disappointment.

FOR HIM: In honor of the five very talented (and very handsome) men of Reserved for Rondee (today's distinguished Cool Peep(s) of the Week)...I dedicated this gift guide for "him" to RFR. Here are my top gift picks for these mega-talented (and oh, so sexy) musicians...